Operating Theatre Technician - Grade 2 -4 at St Vincents Health Australia Group Support Services

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jul, 26

Salary

37.0

Posted On

16 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Operating theatre support, Patient preparation, Patient positioning, Equipment sterilization, Housekeeping management, Health and safety compliance, Perioperative team collaboration, Infection control

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Description: Excellent benefits including salary packaging Friendly and supportive team environment Fitzroy location Ongoing Training and development opportunity. Permanent, part- time opportunities available About the Role You are accountable for performing all assigned tasks providing both excellence in patient care and ensuring that the role is performed to facilitate effective functioning of the Operating Suite. Competent knowledge and preparation of required resources and equipment for the procedure in the Operating Theatre Patient preparation and care including safe transportation and positioning of the patient Housekeeping management to provide a clean environment with all equipment required for the procedure Classifications for this position will range from IN8 - IN10 ($33 - $37 per hour). Your Contribution Certificate III in Health (Theatre Technician) Certificate IV in Operating Suite technical Support Previous experience working in operating theatre environment Ability to undertake and fulfill all physical aspects of the job description, demonstrating safe and effective patient care Ability to work both independently and with in the Perioperative team Current National criminal history check, or willing to obtain. Ability to commit to rotating roster What we Offer Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay! Employee Assistance Program Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities CBD Location, close to Public Transport and close to lots of car parks Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation Career development & advancement encouraged Culture of continuous improvement About Operating Suite St Vincent's Operating Suite currently houses 12 theatres, 12 anaesthetic rooms and a Post Anaesthetic Care Area. Working alongside the Sterile Processing Centre, Day Procedures and Endoscopy Centres the department undertakes over 10,000 procedures per year in a vast range of highly specialised and complex specialities over a 24 hour period, 7 days per week. Working at St Vincent’s St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence. Application Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve. Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM. SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations). Closing Date: 17 May 2026 11:59pm Reconciliation Action Plan: At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au View Reconciliation Action Plan Code of Conduct: View Code of Conduct Set up Job Alerts to see future opportunities that interest you. New users can click Create Account from the Sign-in screen. St Vincent’s Health Australia has been serving Australians with compassionate health and aged care since our first hospital was established in Sydney in 1857. Founded by the Sisters of Charity more than 180 years ago, St Vincent’s is a clinical, research and education leader delivering private hospital, public hospital and aged care services across NSW, VIC and QLD. Our founder, Mary Aikenhead’s vision, commitment and inspiration lives on in us and the work we do. From modest beginnings, St Vincent’s Health Australia is today the nation’s largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, offering services in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, including public and private hospitals and aged care facilities. The St Vincent’s family comprises 22,000 outstanding nurses, researchers, cooks, doctors, executives, administrators, cleaners, volunteers and more. Click Forgot your password? from the Sign-in screen and follow the instructions to reset.

Responsibilities

The technician is responsible for preparing resources and equipment for surgical procedures while ensuring a clean and safe environment. They also provide direct patient care, including safe transportation and positioning within the operating suite.